Oconee County Sheriff’s Office Conducting Death Investigation after Body Discovered at Wigington Pass

The Oconee County Sheriff’s Office is currently conducting a death investigation after a body was discovered this afternoon in the area of Wigington Pass in Mountain Rest.

Earlier this afternoon, around 12:30 pm, deputies were notified to respond near the area of Wigington Road at Highway 107 and the Whitewater Falls overlook due to reports of a body that had been discovered. Emergency Services personnel were assisting with traffic control in relation to a disabled truck when the body was discovered near the roadway.

Investigators from the Criminal Investigations Division and the Coroner’s Office responded to the scene to gather evidence and begin an investigation. At this time, investigators believe that foul play is involved and based upon the preliminary investigation; it is believed that the body recovered is an adult male.

The Oconee County Sheriff’s Office is continuing its investigation and no further information will be released at this time. At this time, investigators do not believe that there is any danger to the public.